Office of Administration

The Office of Administration (OAD) supports the effective operation of the Department by managing accounting, budget control, procurement, contract management, strategic planning and personnel management. The Office also oversees the NRTA, which provides secure financial frameworks for managing environmental liabilities. The Office ensures fiscal responsibility, workforce development, regulatory compliance and modernization of administrative systems to enhance operational efficiency and transparency.

OAD delivers financial management, HR, IT, procurement, and strategic planning across the department, ensuring that technical offices can focus on their regulatory work. It manages the Natural Resources Trust Authority (NRTA), which oversees financial assurance and bonding programs for site restoration, orphan wells, and environmental liabilities. By modernizing systems, strengthening audits, and centralizing administrative services, OAD increases efficiency, enforces fiscal discipline, and supports a skilled workforce with flexible HR policies and updated IT infrastructure.